One of the first and most important moves you’re going to make as an aspiring entrepreneur is putting together a solid business plan. A business plan isn’t necessarily going to predict the future of your business, but it’s going to serve as a blueprint for the early and middle stages…
Every entrepreneur has felt the struggle of raising money for a business. It costs tens of thousands of dollars to launch even a modest startup, and potentially millions of dollars for a bigger or more demanding idea. Old school tactics like tapping into personal loans or shopping for an angel…
Any startup that’s serious about growing and scaling has to think bigger. There’s nothing wrong with starting small and lean — most companies have to take this approach — but there comes a time when taking on outside investments and partnerships is necessary…
Take actions that produce a strong ripple effect.
Beyond profits, businesses can create good into the world outside of the boardroom. We’re all familiar with socially conscious companies like TOMS, who donate a pair of shoes for every pair sold, or Patagonia…
Recently, on the NewRetirement Facebook group, Linda asked about what she should do with a recent inheritance. She asked whether she should pay off her mortgage or invest.
She wrote: “I am 77 and have a mortgage with $150,000 left…
If you’re ready to introduce or upgrade some technology tools, you are on the way to seeing great benefits. But shopping for the technologies you need can be tedious. Today, there are more options to choose from than ever. How will you know which mobile, scanning or printing devices are right for your...